A poll of exit polls has predicted the BJP to win around 82-92 seats in the state, while the Congress-led alliance is expected to win around 24-32 seats
The votes polled on April 23 will be taken up for counting on May 4 and results will be announced
In the 2021 assembly elections, held in three phases, voter turnout of around 82 per cent was recorded
The polling trends in the Union Territory of Puducherry showed a sizeable voter turnout of 56.83 per cent
Share of candidates with criminal cases declines slightly, while crorepatis rise sharply, underscoring growing role of money in elections
The BJP is eyeing a third straight term in power in these elections, while the Congress is looking to wrest the state, from where it was ousted in 2016
Sarma had triggered a row when he hit out at Kharge, saying that he was 'speaking like a mad man' due to old age
Assam is set to vote on April 9 in a closely watched election, with the BJP aiming to retain power and the Congress hoping to regain ground in a state shaped by identity politics and alliances